Meet Panya, the adorable pygmy hippo calf captivating the internet from Duisburg Zoo. Discover how this tiny animal's fame echoes past viral stars and the bittersweet reality of animal celebrity.
Merchandise celebrating a raccoon found drunk in an Ashland liquor store has raised over £250,000 for a Virginia animal shelter. Discover the viral story and its charitable impact.
Benjamin Lewis pleads guilty to religiously aggravated harassment after leaving dead deer and lambs outside churches in Hampshire. He has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing.
Daniel Andreas San Diego, on the FBI's Most Wanted list for 15 years, is battling extradition from the UK over 2003 pipe bombings. His case revisits the 'green scare' era of US extremism.
An activist on trial for burglary tells Cambridge Crown Court he broke into a breeding facility to save beagles from 'disgusting' conditions and painful testing. Read the full court testimony.
From a deer eating homework in China to a 75-year-old albatross raising chicks, explore this week's most captivating global wildlife stories and stunning photographs.
A California student has been sentenced to 90 days in jail and ordered to pay over $100,000 after breaking into a poultry farm to 'rescue' four chickens. Read the full story.
New research reveals London firefighters face a cancer risk 323% higher than the public, likened to smoking 20 cigarettes daily. Union officials cite funding as a key barrier to safety upgrades.
A liquor store in Ashland, Virginia, had an unusual intruder: a raccoon found sleeping off a bender after smashing whisky bottles. Read the full story of its wild night and release.
Claude, the iconic albino alligator and mascot of the California Academy of Sciences, has died aged 30. The reptile brought joy to millions and will be deeply missed.
A survivor reveals how specialist animal fostering schemes were the key to escaping domestic violence with her family. Discover the charities that save both pets and people.
Leading UK scientists explain why animal testing remains crucial for medical breakthroughs and why alternatives face significant biological complexities. Read their expert analysis.
More than 100 rescue dogs in Christmas jumpers gathered outside Buckingham Palace for a festive parade raising funds for dog charities. See the adorable photos and heartwarming rescue stories.
Independent MP Ayoub Khan discloses he was forced to kill a dog to protect a baby from being mauled. The revelation came during Liverpool's Your Party conference.
A family with two young children was left suspended for three hours after a crane failure at a 'sky-dining' restaurant in Kerala. Read how they were rescued and the safety failures exposed.
Rescue efforts conclude after Hong Kong's worst fire in nearly 80 years at Wang Fuk Court residential complex. 128 confirmed dead as community support pours in. Read the latest updates.
Rescue operations are almost complete at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex in Tai Po after a devastating fire left 94 dead. Authorities investigate cause as anger grows over safety laws.
A humanitarian worker stands trial in Greece for people smuggling charges while rescuing migrants. Explore the case that questions aid work boundaries. Read the full investigation.
Jakarta bans dog meat trade to combat rabies, sparking debate between animal rights groups and traditional consumers who fear it will drive the practice underground.
The rise of exotic animal cafes across Asia is driving illegal wildlife trafficking and threatening endangered species. Experts warn of conservation crisis.
Thirty beluga whales face being put down after Marineland Canada's closure. The park's euthanasia threat follows blocked China sale and rejected funding. Read the full story.
Torrential rain triggers devastating flash floods and landslides in Indonesia's Sumatra, killing 17 with 6 missing. Rescue teams battle harsh conditions to reach affected villages.
The fate of 30 captive beluga whales hangs in balance as Marineland, the Canadian government, and activists clash over their future. Discover the heartbreaking details.
A major incident was declared in Southall as 150 firefighters tackled a huge warehouse fire. Emergency services warned fireworks may have been inside the burning building.
Gramma, the beloved 141-year-old Galapagos tortoise and San Diego Zoo's oldest resident, has died. Discover her incredible century-spanning life story.
Approximately 150 firefighters are tackling a major warehouse fire in Southall that has sent huge smoke plumes across London's skyline. Residents advised to keep windows closed.
Discover the breathtaking winners of the Nature inFocus 2025 photography competition, showcasing stunning wildlife images from flamingos in Dubai to Arctic wolves in Canada.
Two climbers have died after a fall near the summit of Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Two others were rescued uninjured. Authorities are working to recover the bodies.
Authorities in California are searching for a man swept into the ocean at Garrapata State Park, one week after a father and daughter died in the same area. Dangerous conditions hinder rescue efforts.
Devastating floods in Thailand and Vietnam claim 91 lives with millions affected. Rescue operations continue as officials warn of more rainfall ahead. See the latest updates.